Constantin Westchiloff (Russian/American, 1877-1945)
Sale 1157 - Property from the Fred and Kay Krehbiel Collection, Part I
Mar 15, 2023
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$15,000 -
$20,000
Sold for $37,800
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Constantin Westchiloff (Russian/American, 1877-1945)
Monastery on the Volga
oil on canvas
signed C. Westchiloff (lower left)
44 3/4 x 53 1/4 inches.
oil on canvas
signed C. Westchiloff (lower left)
44 3/4 x 53 1/4 inches.
Provenance:
Popoff & Cie., Paris, 25 November 1994 (with invoice)
Note:
This painting was exhibited at the 1931 Salon in Paris during the 144th Official Exhibition of Fine Arts at the Grand-Palais.
Condition Report
The canvas is relined and mounted to non-traditional fabric backing. The original canvas is lifting from the backing along edges particularly in upper left and lower left corners. There are scattered craquelures throughout, which appear mostly stable, with one line of lifting paint in the center left. Some yellowing and surface dirt, could benefit from a professional cleaning. Examination under UV light shows scattered evidence of overpainting with more concentrated areas along the top and left edge. Area of fluorescense at bottom middle along road, examination under natural light shows a heavier imposto in this area compared with rest of work suggesting possible restoration to canvas under overpainting. Additional images available upon request.
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